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Post by Retread on Jun 2, 2020 20:22:38 GMT -8
I have a feeling that with the protests happening, Trump has declared war on his own country... against the USA. And if that happens, then he's pushing us all on the brink of extinction! And I 'have a feeling' your political agenda is causing you to grossly misrepresent the situation. It's not the protest that are a problem. They're not only okay, they are admirable. But what's NOT okay are the Riots, Arson, and Looting that are also happening. Cities across the country are being ravaged on a nightly basis. Police officers are being overwhelmed and in some case being beaten and run over. Mobilizing the military to augment the police in their sworn duty to protect the people and their property is a serious matter. But I'm not certain that would be unwarranted given the widespread lawlessness plaguing our cities every night. NYC Police officer mowed down in 'hit-and-run attack responding to riot looters Woman gives powerful speech to looters on streets of NYC Miami DC Minneapolis
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Post by BEAST on Jun 3, 2020 2:39:52 GMT -8
Nothing shows the anger of the people more than ensuring you get the right size Nike and the latest 90inch OLED.
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Post by 📚 Dianne 📚 on Jun 3, 2020 3:52:58 GMT -8
Has anyone posted about how many cops have been shot or cut during this peaceful protest? How the horses are having things like bricks thrown at them (their heads), how these peaceful people are assaulting store owners?
What I would like to know is just exactly has to be done to stop this madness -what exactly does the black (or whatever is PC now) population want from everyone? To make the police force useless and the judges useless?
At this point I am so disgusted with both sides (and not for the reasons you may think) that I say get rid of the cops...about the thugs (of any color, race, religion, ethnicity or sexuality), well I'm not putting myself out there.
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Post by Inkjet on Jun 3, 2020 6:37:38 GMT -8
Yes... cause riots and the threat of military action in one country are exactly what will cause 7 billion people to go extinct... You’re familiar with what goes on in other countries around the world, right? 😐
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Post by stardust on Jun 3, 2020 8:04:28 GMT -8
There have been some protests going on where I live, but I’m unsure how bad they have gotten.
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Post by Summoner on Jun 3, 2020 8:45:23 GMT -8
Well, the world finally woke up. It shows how angry people are at innocent blood spilled. But destroying everything, setting fire to places, I don't know if I totally agree with that.
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Post by Minime on Jun 3, 2020 17:44:33 GMT -8
Has anyone posted about how many cops have been shot or cut during this peaceful protest? How the horses are having things like bricks thrown at them (their heads), how these peaceful people are assaulting store owners? What I would like to know is just exactly has to be done to stop this madness -what exactly does the black (or whatever is PC now) population want from everyone? To make the police force useless and the judges useless? At this point I am so disgusted with both sides (and not for the reasons you may think) that I say get rid of the cops...about the thugs (of any color, race, religion, ethnicity or sexuality), well I'm not putting myself out there. They want a police/governing system that doesn’t work against them; a fair one that actually includes them. There are certain acts that protect police and officials of a certain ranking, which means that a lot of cases against them never even go to trial. They want to be able to live without fear of doing everyday normal things we’d take for granted, such as jogging, sleeping in our own homes, walking the street after going to the shop, without being seen as a threat. They want to be able to bring their children up in a world where they shouldn’t have to very early on, have a conversation to them about what to do when stopped by the police. Yes, there are some who are acting dangerously, and while I can’t agree with some of the acts, I also am in no position to judge. You can’t put “looting” “violence” under the same umbrella as “protests” “black lives matter” - should the small percentage of looting and destruction define what has mostly been peaceful protests from the people themselves? (If you can, find first person accounts of protests, from protesters themselves, watch their live videos on social media - most of it, is of them surrounded by people who are protesting peacefully. I’ve seen examples of time when certain police have deliberately provoked people into acting violent, as a means of self defence/rage.) I am not disagreeing that this is a scary time right now, especially in a time of covid19, because it is, it really is. No one doubts that. And I am not completely saying my personal view is that “all cops are bad”; however, police brutality is a very real thing, and it has mostly unfortunately been directed towards the black population, and that needs to be acknowledged, and changed. It’s not the only step, but it’d be a big step in the right direction.
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Post by daniel on Jun 4, 2020 3:10:38 GMT -8
What I would like to know is just exactly has to be done to stop this madness -what exactly does the black (or whatever is PC now) population want from everyone?
Equality, Dianne, and less being killed and having their lives ruined by a justice system that too often is not just.
It's not really a big secret either. Your question needs to be reframed, "what is America going to do to treat all of our people according to the values in our Declaration of Independence and Constitution?" It's up to us and to America as a whole to stand in solidarity and empower leadership who will change the underlying causes of systemic racism and abuse.
You should be aware that "what do they want" is offensive and shows a tremendous amount of being out of touch with the struggles of not just history but of this very moment for millions of Americans.
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Post by Nscalerr 🐺 on Jun 4, 2020 4:32:26 GMT -8
It is not just the protestors out doing damage, an Australian camera man and reporter were attacked by the police for no reason and what were they doing - their job!
Our PM has requested an explanation on the attack, but wether he gets one is another matter!
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Post by User 180565 is taking donation on Jun 4, 2020 4:45:50 GMT -8
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Post by Robyn on Jun 4, 2020 5:53:09 GMT -8
www.instagram.com/tv/CA3sSl4DT8I/ (minor language) I want to say that I have learned my lesson from the past when it came to contributing to political and religious conversations on this site. I hope that this contribution is more beneficial than my former reputation would have you to believe. I am neutrally hopeful in this protest, rioting, looting and BLM movement. I see the side of us who are worried about small businesses, police officer abuse and looting in residential areas. My spouse works in the retail world and has not been closed (during the pandemic and this protest movement), but has luckily been safe so far. It is crazy to see other locations get shut down and boarded up to protect from those who are vandalizing, while we cross our fingers that we will remain safe. It is also unfortunate to witness some police officers in law enforcement think they can get away with abuse and power in our day and age of not only the internet but social media. On the other hand, it's not like this protest should be new or a surprise to anyone. Our country has had a history of racism, sexism and bigotry in various forms.From the more publicly aware slavery issues in the past leading to civil war, women being allowed to vote, work for a living and get an education instead of slaving in the kitchen, and minorities from both an ethnic and disabled standpoint being regarded as equal in terms of human rights and respect. We certainly have made important progress as a nation, but we still have a long ways to go. I grew up in a household that was toxic in many ways. In context of this discussion, I was raised to view black people differently. I was taught to be "careful" around Mexicans and to "avoid hanging out" with those who were not white and middle class. I have since realized the amount of discrimination I was taught to live by. I want to change and be better. But I am naturally still racist, naturally still discriminative. We all have some instincts in our blood by nature of how we have all been raised. Do we put our hands in our pockets to protect our phone and wallet when in the presence of a black person? Do we struggle to articulate conversation with a woman working more than just a secretarial job? Do we congratulate first or act surprised briefly when we learn of a minority that progresses up the chain of employment and education the same way a white person does as we'd expect them to? At the top of this post is an Instagram link to a video posted by a man name Rhett. He's a host in a YouTube series called Good mythical Morning. In this video, he spends a few minutes addressing "his racist past self". It's very eye opening because he shows to all of us just how must racism is still embodied in our society. I'd love to get everyone's take on his observation. So, do I agree with downright vandalism and looting of both public/consumer owned businesses as well as mom and pop shops? Of course not, violence is something I fear being involved in and I vow to protect my family at all costs possible. But... do I understand that our country is still far from being more open minded and kind to others without involving their skin color, gender identity, disability or other such "feature"? Of course, and until we make more changes and realize just how racist we often are, I don't think the protesting will end. All lives matter? Of course they do, but until we can refer to our brothers and sisters by their name and not their skin color, black lives matter too.
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Post by Retread on Jun 4, 2020 6:53:11 GMT -8
Well, the world finally woke up. It shows how angry people are at innocent blood spilled. But destroying everything, setting fire to places, I don't know if I totally agree with that.For what it's worth, the family of George Floyd (particularly his younger brother) have been outspoken against the violence. They feel (rightfully so) that it sets their cause back.
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Post by angeldeb82 on Jun 4, 2020 8:26:57 GMT -8
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Post by Retread on Jun 4, 2020 9:50:49 GMT -8
But can you believe the headline in the story to which you linked? Looks fairly clear to me. Covid-19 is pretty much a red herring in this story.
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